Pregnancy
There are many changes that can occur during pregnancy. Joint hypermobility, weakness, changes in posture, and swelling can all cause pain. Prolonged labor, large episiotomies, and caesarean sections can also cause issues. These conditions can be treated by a
Women’s Health Physical Therapist.
Pelvic Floor Rehabilitation
The pelvic floor consists of muscles, which form a sling from the pubic bone to the tail bone. Like all the muscles of the body, pelvic
floor muscles can spasm or weaken. They can be injured from prolonged or complicated labor, surgery, or from other trauma.
Due to the close proximity and functions of the pelvic floor muscles, bladder symptoms are usually present. These symptoms can
interfere with your daily life, and can be embarrassing or painful to deal with Pelvic floor rehabilitation is the treatment of pelvic floor dysfunction by a physical therapist who specializes in women’s health physical therapy.
During your first visit, your therapist will speak to you about your symptoms. A full evaluation will be performed by observing
endurance and muscle strength, intact sensation and myofascial trigger points. This could include both internal and external
evaluations. Your treatment may consist of exercises, behavior modification activities, and/or pain management techniques based on your symptoms and the results of the evaluation.
We treat the following Women’s Health Conditions:
• Prolapse
• Vulvodynia
• Urinary Incontinence
• Chronic Pelvic Pain
• Vestibulitis
• Dyspareunia
• Pelvic Floor Tension Myalgia
• Coccygodynia
• Levator Ani Syndrome
• Interstitial Cystitis/Painful Bladder Syndrome
• SI Joint Dysfunction
• Vaginismus
• Pudendal Neuralgia
• Pre-natal/Post-partum Care
Lymphedema
Lymphedema is swelling in a limb or any part of the body due to a accumulation of protein-rich lymphatic fluid in the tissue spaces.
The causes can be primary, caused by genetics, or secondary, caused by surgery, lymph node removal or radiation. If you have ever
had any of the following procedures, there is a chance you may be at risk.
Are you at Risk?
• Simple mastectomy in combination with the axillary (arm pit) lymph node removal
• Lumpectomy in combination with axillary lymph node removal
• Modified radical mastectomy in combination with axillary lymph node removal
• Combined cancer surgery and radiation therapy to a lymph node region (such as the neck, armpit, groin, pelvis, or
abdomen)
What are the Symptoms?
• Swelling characterized by “pitting” which is when the skin is depressed for a few seconds and the indention does not
immediately disappear.
• Swelling in the arms, hands, fingers, shoulders, chest, or legs
• A “full” or heavy sensation in the arms or legs, and a feeling of tiredness in the arms
• Decreased flexibility in the hand, wrist, or ankle
• Skin tightness
• Difficulty fitting into clothing in one specific area
• Tight-fitting bracelet, watch, or ring that wasn’t tight before
Treatment Comprehensive Care
We offers a comprehensive care program for patients with Lymphedema including:
• Preventive Care for Breast Cancer Patients
• Pre-Surgical treatment of Orthopedic injuries
• Educational post mastectomy and lumpectomy
• Chronic Venous Insufficiency
• Home management training and education
Our Certified Lymphedema Therapists work with patients, families, and physicians to help them understand and control this disease
process.